by Lisa Gabardi, Ph.D. The teen years are exciting and scary, for teens and their parents. Teens are developing their identity while exploring friendships, romantic relationships, and the larger world. Experimenting, trying new things, and taking risks are normal and...

by Kristin M. Davin PSY.D. Even when it’s over, it ain’t over. Especially with divorce. Divorce is a major life transition and is anything but easy - even with a “good divorce.” So, it should come as no surprise that despite the time that has elapsed from the final...

By Jackie Pilossoph I don’t know a child on earth who doesn’t love a good bedtime story. Having both a boy and a girl, I have told stories about princesses in pretty dresses and wicked witches, as well as wild train rides, space voyages and ninjas. However, I want to...

By Rosalind Sedacca Returning to school after their parents have separated or divorced can be difficult for any child. You can ease the transition, however, by opening the door to the many resources available to you through the school. The key here is in forming a...

By Terry Gaspard, MSW, LICSW Dear Terry, I’ve been dating Jake for about two years and just don’t know if he’s right for me. We have great chemistry but that’s part of the problem. We have an up and down relationship and we’ve broken up many times. We have a lot of...

By Tracy Clifford Envy. Jealousy. You know that feeling. You want what someone else has. You feel like you're missing out. If you're not careful, it can start to eat away at you. It can change the way you interact with the world around you. And sadly, it can close you...

by Lisa Gabardi, Ph.D. Of the many transitions associated with divorce, going from spouse to “ex” or former spouse is an obvious and central one.  Perhaps not so obvious, if you and your former spouse have children together, is the transition in your parenting...

By Lisa Arends Experience is quite a teacher, isn't she? No matter how many books we read or how many pieces of advice we receive, there are certain matters you only truly understand after you have lived through them. And, for roughly half of us, that life experience...

By Rosalind Sedacca, CCT We all know divorce creates havoc in any family’s life, especially when children are involved. Moving on after divorce can also be challenging. It’s a time to be very gentle, both with yourself as well as with your children. Chances are, you...